Testing on peaches sheds light on pesticide presence

 
Monica Eng
Published: September 1, 2009

CHICAGO — As they munch through peach season, shoppers face an array of choices for the fuzzy fruit but little guidance on which type to pick. Expensive organic? Pricey farmers market? Cheap peaches from the grocery store?

Cost certainly is important. But there are essential numbers that go beyond the price of a peach or any other item from the produce aisle.

Which contain the highest levels of pesticides?...


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